The Fox and Hounds Country Hotel
3 nights in Devon w/dinner & afternoon tea
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Why We Love This Deal
The Fox and Hounds Country Hotel offers a dog-friendly escape on the River Taw. Join the Tarka Trail or jump aboard the Tarka Line for a scenic rail journey. We've negotiated a 3-night break here, including dining credit and afternoon tea, for £319. This saves £173–£194 compared to booking the same package with the hotel.
What's Included
Valid Sunday–Friday 1 October–23 December, 2026. Saturdays are an extra £10 (payable direct to the hotel)
Three nights' accommodation in a Cosy Double room, with daily full English breakfast, for two
Dining credit of £37.50 per person to use on one night (food only)
Afternoon tea for two (worth £19.50 per person; once per stay)
One dog stays for free, including treats and a water bowl (usually £14 per dog, per night)
It's £239 for a 2-night stay, including daily breakfast, £37.50-per-person dining credit on one night, and afternoon tea
It's £99 for an overnight stay, with breakfast and afternoon tea*
Upgrade to a larger Standard Double room with a king-size bed, for an extra £20 per night. Or, a spacious Superior room with a bath, for an extra £45 per night (both payable direct to the hotel)
"We had a lovely time and will definitely look forward to going again. Staff very helpful and friendly, food and room was lovely. Highly recommend especially if you have a dog."
The hotel is a 30-minute drive from the boundary of Dartmoor National Park. Its sweeping moors and craggy tors painted the backdrop for scenes in Steven Spielberg's "War Horse".
The Fox and Hounds welcomes dogs in all areas, including guest rooms and the restaurant. The six acres of grounds has designated off-leash areas.
The property is on the Tarka Trail and sits on the River Taw. Amidst Forestry Commission land, you're surrounded by miles of off-road wooded walks to enjoy. Here are some nearby dog-friendly walks.
Hop aboard the scenic Tarka Line railway, which runs from Exeter to Barnstaple. Take in picturesque views through the Yeo and Taw Valleys. Access the route at Eggesford station, which is five minutes' walk from the hotel.
Sample British and international dishes at the casual Heywood Restaurant. It's open daily from 8am–11pm for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The 65-acre RHS Rosemoor is a 25-minute drive from the hotel. It contains formal and informal gardens, and has plenty of woodland walking paths to explore.
*Afternoon tea is served Monday–Saturday 12–3:30pm; reserve upon booking. Guests staying overnight on Sunday get a bottle of prosecco instead of afternoon tea.
How to Book: Purchase a voucher from Travelzoo then call 01769 580 345 or email relax@foxandhoundshotel.co.uk to make a reservation for your desired travel dates. Reservations are subject to availability and early booking is encouraged. Restaurant reservations are subject to availability; please call the hotel ahead of your visit to confirm availability.
Voucher Cancellation & Refund Policy: Within 14 days of purchase, Travelzoo will give you a full refund if you change your mind or can't find dates that suit you. Vouchers can be refunded online by going to "My Account". After 14 days, your voucher is non-refundable. If advanced reservations are required, changes and cancellations are subject to the merchant’s cancellation or rescheduling policy, and may result in a fee or voucher forfeiture. You must cancel your reservation directly with the merchant prior to refunding your voucher.
Hotel Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy: Once you've booked your dates, this offer is non-refundable. If you wish to amend your booking to dates outside of the offer's validity period, supplements may apply, payable direct to the hotel. If you cancel or change your booking in violation of the hotel's cancellation policy, you may be subject to additional fees or voucher forfeiture.
Menu items are subject to change. Cannot be combined with any other offer. No cash value or cash back. The regular value stated is based on the maximum combined cost of the items included in this experience at the time of publication (26 August, 2026). The photos are for illustration purposes only. If you experience any difficulties booking, please contact our Customer Service team for assistance before the voucher expiration date.
very relaxing few days, food was excellent,very tasty. Staff were very friendly and helpful
elisabeth20 Aug, 2026porthcawl, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great central location , peaceful. Lovely grounds. Good good , very friendly staff .
Other Comments
If you are booking this for the fishing , please check with the hotel prior to booking that fishing is permitted. We arrived during the hot weather and fishing in Devon was banned due to low waters.
Mandy20 Aug, 2026Treharris, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great friendly staff, comfortable clean room great food, good value for money
Kate15 Aug, 2026Truro, UK
Enjoyed Most
The Fox and Hounds is located in rural central Devon making travel to the north and south coasts easily doable by car. There is a train station nearby too (Eggesford). The food at the hotel was of a high standard and delicious. Our room was very clean, if a little tired.
The main feature of this hotel though is its dog- friendliness! Dogs (under control) are allowed in all areas and there is an off-lead dog walking area by the river. If a dog is nervous, or vocal, around other dogs, the staff will take action to ensure the dog is looked after (eg screening off the dog to avoid eye contact with other dogs) and to ensure the comfort of other residents. If you want a dog-friendly break, I recommend the Fox & Hounds. If you don’t like dogs…perhaps it’s not for you :-).
Millie13 Aug, 2026Liphook, UK
Enjoyed Most
The hotel itself was pleasant. The food was good and the location was lovely.
Other Comments
We understood it was a dog friendly hotel but not expecting it to be taken over by dogs. We have no problem with dogs around the hotel but do not agree with them being allowed in the restaurant. People want to eat in peace and not hear barking dogs which was our experience. We felt that we were not accepted as much as those people with dogs and therefore would not go back.
Audrey08 Aug, 2026Thatcham, UK
Enjoyed Most
It was good
Other Comments
There is no footpath to the local train station
Antony08 Aug, 2026SOUTHAMPTON, UK
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Staff great brilliant for dog owners
Food good
Chris28 Jul, 2026Cirencester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff very helpful. Very friendly and nothing too much trouble.
Christina20 Jul, 2026Bridgwater, UK
Enjoyed Most
good
Victoria19 Jul, 2026Kettering, UK
Enjoyed Most
We went for peace and quiet and for a break with our dog. For that it was great. Lovely river walks and very dog friendly.
Evening dinner menu was superb. Food was cooked to perfection.
Other Comments
Hotel dated, especially the rooms. No real lounge area for guests.
Afternoon tea was extremely basic. Too loaded with sweet items and very few sandwiches!
Robert16 Jul, 2026Stroud , UK
Enjoyed Most
Unable to fish as water temp too high, room very small and very hot.
Staff very friendly, nice bar and decent food.
Richard11 Jul, 2026Yeovil, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had a lovely time and will definitely look forward to going again. Staff very helpful and friendly, food and room was lovely. Highly recommend especially if you have a dog.
Angela02 Jul, 2026Weston-super-Mare, UK
Enjoyed Most
We’ve just got back from a 3 night break at the Fox and Hounds, as always all the staff were very welcoming, pleasant and nothing appeared to be too much trouble.
Our only problem was that our stay coincided with the hottest June temperatures on record!! 16C above monthly average! Consequently our room was somewhat hot! (Not the hotel’s fault I must stress!). The hotel has wonderful, well kept grounds.
I can’t fault this dog-friendly hotel, I would thoroughly recommend it!
D27 Jun, 2026YEOVIL, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely dog walks in the grounds. Dog friendly. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Food and drinks were not overpriced as we have found at other hotels we have stayed at.
Karen24 Jun, 2026Plymouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Brilliant from start to finish
michelle24 Jun, 2026Harlow, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly staff. Lovely gardens. Excellent evening menu.
A lot of dogs (a bit ‘dog smelly’ in places). Poor breakfast. No space in bathroom to put things. Thin walls (could hear guest in next room coughing all night, talking, going to loo…). No hot water one morning, tree felling in woods during night one night (railway work apparently, woke everyone up)
Sally03 Jun, 2026Dartmouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly staff and good food. Lovely grounds for walks with your dog.
Anne27 May, 2026Basingstoke, UK
Enjoyed Most
Really loved this hotel. Great food, spacious rooms, helpful staff
M26 May, 2026Bournemouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
The welcome was very genuine from all members of staff we encountered - the property itself looked very good in terms of promotional material and indeed was equal, in fact better than we anticipated. The place is spotless and the food excellent. As a very dog friendly establishment our cocker spaniel had a very enjoyable time too.
mark24 May, 2026
Enjoyed Most
We had a really nice stay. The food was very good. All the staff were very very helpful ans friendly. Car parking was very easy.
David21 May, 2026Calne, UK
Enjoyed Most
I just thoroughly enjoyed it. The room was lovely and the staff were incredibly attentive .
G20 May, 2026Blandford Forum, UK
Enjoyed Most
This is a very dog friendly hotel. It has lots of space which is very nice for dogs on leads.
Other Comments
Check out the amazing tree house accomodation.
David19 May, 2026Sheppeeton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great stay, breakfast and dinner really good quality, staff very friendly. Well worth a visit
Other Comments
Very dog friendly, ideal if you have a dog,
Michael16 May, 2026Bristol, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful place in lovely location, staff helpful, breakfast great , evening meal not good. The hotel produced a version of fine dine without the ability to execute. As chefs we could see the concept but feel it would do better aiming for hearty , country inn style cooking ,done well. The building was empty on a Saturday which is a shame as it was easy to see how it could feel if full and vibrant. We would definately stay again as a base but would always look for other restaurants in the area.
Other Comments
Lovely gardens and can see how it would be a good wedding/ garden party venue.
Charlotte12 May, 2026Haverfordwest, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff and service couldn’t fault, although the menu is pretty limited - dog friendly environment with substantial grounds to walk your dog - only downside is the rooms, well used and could do with a facelift but, I would visit again with the dog.
Other Comments
Rooms are well used squeaking floorboards along corridor to rooms which if you have a dog which is alert to every sound could be a problem
Darren10 May, 2026Plymouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly helpful staff. Lovely food. Beautiful location access to lots of walks. Dog friendly.
Lisa02 May, 2026Waterlooville, UK
Enjoyed Most
A very pleasant hotel, friendly and helpful staff. Nice walks in the area
Other Comments
The meals were lovely but if we were younger the quantity of food would not have been enough.
28 Apr, 2026Yeovil, UK
Enjoyed Most
Our superior room was excellent and very clean. Tea was good. Breakfast and evening meal were average
C24 Apr, 2026Tewkesbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Evening meals were goid
Other Comments
Accommodation tired and worn, in need of decoration. Not as portrayed in images.
karen18 Apr, 2026Lewes, UK
Enjoyed Most
Well looked after a bit to dog friendly some issue in room needs addressing
Other Comments
If you have a dog it will have plenty of company here
Philip15 Apr, 2026Arundel, UK
Enjoyed Most
Hotel in a beautiful location. Although there is a beautiful section of river in which to walk the dog, you had to get in the car to access longer walks which was a shame. highlights were the friendly helpful staff and dinner was really delicious, highly recommend. We felt the rooms were basic and tired but comfortable. We, and the dog, enjoyed our stay with special shout out to staff and the chef!
Louise14 Apr, 2026Bristol, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great hotel to take your dogs
Other Comments
Lovely rooms , lovely food , dogs are aloud everywhere which I felt was excellent , I will recommend to family and friends , great service from all the staff
Teresa12 Apr, 2026Bristol, UK
Enjoyed Most
Welcoming, helpful staff.
Well sited to explore mid Devon.
Josephine08 Apr, 2026Romsey, UK
Other Comments
It was a good deal but a cosy room meant you could not open the bedroom door without knocking the bed. Staff were very helpful but Hotel is in need of refurbishment.
Not much choice at breakfast for GF except cooked breakfast, no fruit or GF cereal or bread.
Grounds are lovely.
Susan03 Apr, 2026Cardiff, UK
Enjoyed Most
I visited with two dogs and the Fox and Hounds is VERY dog friendly. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the staff cannot do enough for you!
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This is my first time travelling solo, as I'm a widow. Also with two dogs I was a little nervous but the Fox and Hounds made me feel so relaxed and welcome.
I recommend them fully, especially to any solo dog owners!
Mrs E J26 Mar, 2026London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Mum and I really enjoyed our stay here, the staff are so kind and nothing was too much trouble. Thanks again boys for all your help.
Our dinner the first night was delicious, loved the wood burner for a relaxing drink by.
Breakfast was fine and we enjoyed the afternoon tea.
Our room- we paid an upgrade of £20 per night faced the garden and was very comfortable. Beautifully decorated and very quiet.
The river walk was very relaxing, probably not long enough for us but there's plenty of walks a short drive away.
Katie25 Mar, 2026Swansea, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location was brilliant if a bit challenging to get to. The food at the hotel is top notch, but selection is limited. It is very close to the train station for access to Exeter. We didn't know and that would have been good to know. Overall, the only negative points about the stay was the beds - the mattresses and pillows are in dire need of replacement. Overall 6.5/10 - replacing the mattresses and pillows would make it an 8/10 and just a few more food options would be great and make it 8.5/10.
Ivor-John20 Mar, 2026Crawley, UK
Enjoyed Most
We were blown away by the excellent quality and quantity of the afternoon tea; which came with our TravelZoo deal.
Our room was fabulous complete with a 4 poster double bed, but our relatives who were in the 'Cosy' rooms did find them to be just that!!
We would certainly intend to return in future....
Steve11 Mar, 2026Broadstone, UK
Enjoyed Most
We do not have a dog but enjoyed the company of other people's. Staff and clients friendly. Enjoyed taking the train just a few minutes walk from the hotel to different places along the Tarka line.
Mrs Vanessa04 Mar, 2026Kingston upon Thames, UK
Enjoyed Most
Perfect place to unwind, very relaxing beautiful grounds
They love dogs..
Other Comments
Excellent chef, food was amazing staff were very friendly, Very informative. Very nice hotel.
Nikki02 Mar, 2026Helston, UK
Enjoyed Most
Vet
Other Comments
Very polite staff and good atmosphere. Good food
clive.01 Mar, 2026Corsham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely staff, friendly and helpful. In terms of food, although the dinner menu was limited, everything we tried was excellent, and great breakfast too.
Deborah26 Feb, 2026
Enjoyed Most
We had a wonderful time with our dog. Stayed 2 nights in a small bedroom, which was charming, and had a big en-suite bathroom, where we could put up our dog’s soft cage. Very relaxing time with lovely walks nearby. Saw dippers by the river Taw at the back of the hotel. Great atmosphere and good food (breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner) and a good choice of drinks from the bar.
Sandra20 Jan, 2026Andover, UK
Enjoyed Most
Room a bit cold, heating not working.
Ann23 Dec, 2025Tavistock, UK
Enjoyed Most
Fantastic location, lovely hotel with great staff
Tania20 Dec, 2025Helston, UK
Enjoyed Most
The dog friendly environment was perfect for us We needed a few days away after a rough few months and this hotel and its facilities were exactly what we needed. The staff were friendly, the dog was welcome everywhere (on lead) and the food was fantastic.
Laura15 Dec, 2025Chard, UK
Enjoyed Most
2nd visit friendly great attentive staffs. Lovely area
Other Comments
Wonderful place for dogs will be back!
Joan20 Nov, 2025Farnham, UK
Enjoyed Most
The staff were, in the main, excellent. Big shout out to Tegan, she was so personable and helpful. Not so much so the bar-staff.
Not sure the cost upgrade to 'superior' was actually value for money.
The hotel location/grounds were wonderful - the autumn leaf-change was in full effect and was stunning, who needs New England when old England does it so well!
Other Comments
Very limited (and costly) restaurant menu.
Michael08 Nov, 2025Highbridge, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great if you have a dog/dogs as they are very welcome there with towels to dry them, doggy treats, a bowl with a treat in in your room and welcomed everywhere. Good outdoor space for them too. Tea and coffee in the room plus biscuits.
The cream tea was a nice scone and a cup of tea/coffee. Breakfast was good and contrary to other reviews was hot. The staff were all very friendly.
Had a problem with the TV in the room it buffered even with the basic BBC and ITV channels, couldn’t pick up any free view channels. Only watching it as it was pouring with rain and had been all day.
Evening meal was had there and that was good though a tad pricey. A car trip to get anywhere
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